
A warm, gooey, cinnamon-sugar cobbler with the classic flavors of snickerdoodle cookies—this dessert is pure comfort in a dish! With a buttery, cinnamon-infused cake-like top and a luscious brown sugar sauce underneath, it’s easy to make and impossible to resist. Perfect for cozy nights, holidays, or any time you’re craving a sweet treat!
🍂 Ingredients (Serves 6-8)
For the Cobbler Base
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Sugar Topping
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Magic Cobbler Sauce
- 1 ½ cups hot water
🥄 Instructions
Step 1: Prep the Oven & Dish
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
Step 2: Make the Batter
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and granulated sugar.
- Stir in milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until just combined (don’t overmix).
- Pour the batter into the greased baking dish and spread evenly.
Step 3: Add the Cinnamon Sugar Layer
- In a small bowl, mix brown sugar and cinnamon.
- Evenly sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the batter.
Step 4: Pour the Hot Water (The Magic Step!)
- Slowly pour the hot water over the entire dish without stirring.
- This creates the gooey sauce as it bakes underneath the cake!
Step 5: Bake & Serve
- Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the top is golden brown and set.
- Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
- Scoop into bowls and serve warm, optionally topped with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream!
🍽 Tips for the Best Snickerdoodle Cobbler
✔️ Don’t stir after adding the water—this is key to getting that gooey cobbler texture!
✔️ Use whole milk or half-and-half for extra richness.
✔️ Add chopped pecans or walnuts for a crunchy twist.
✔️ Serve with caramel drizzle for an extra decadent treat!
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